AWS Direct Connect Flashcards
What is AWS Direct Connect primarily used for?
A) Hosting static websites
B) Establishing high-speed, dedicated network connections to AWS
C) Managing AWS IAM policies
D) Deploying serverless applications
Answer: B) Establishing high-speed, dedicated network connections to AWS
Explanation: AWS Direct Connect is a network service that provides dedicated network connections from your on-premises data center to AWS. It is used to establish secure, low-latency, and high-speed connections for accessing AWS resources.
Which of the following is an advantage of using AWS Direct Connect?
A) No data transfer costs
B) Fully managed by AWS with no setup required
C) Low latency, predictable performance
D) Unlimited bandwidth for all AWS services
Answer: C) Low latency, predictable performance
Explanation: AWS Direct Connect offers low latency and predictable network performance, making it suitable for applications that require consistent and reliable connectivity to AWS services. However, it does not eliminate data transfer costs, and setup/configuration is required.
